(VOVworld) - France has declared a national state of emergency and has closed its borders after 149 were killed in multiple shootings in Paris.

At least 15 people were killed near the Bataclan arts centre, where up to 60 people are being held hostage. Explosions and gunfire are reported. Three people were killed in an attack near the Stade de France, with some reports suggesting a suicide blast. Paris authorities have urged people to stay indoors. Military personnel are being deployed across Paris.

US Homeland Security officials said there has not been any threat to US security. Speaking on television Barack Obama said the US will shoulder with France in the fight against terrorism and extremism and will do anything possible to bring the terrorists to justice. The US has not raised the level of security in public places and means of transportations following the attacks in Paris. On Twitter British Prime Minister David Cameron pledged to do anything possible to help France.